Kingsman: The Golden Circle - 10 Early Reactions You Need To Hear

4. Story Plays Second Fiddle To The Action

"At a hefty two hours and 21 minutes, Vaughn has more than enough time to tighten up the basic elements of the film's storyline, but instead chooses to lavish his attention on high-energy fight scenes... It's hard to blame him though, because The Golden Circle boasts some of Vaughn's most ambitious action-centric filmmaking yet, from the lasso-snapping joys of a bar fight to a mountain-centric set piece that will shred nerves and engender tremendous cheers. The story? Secondary." - IndieWire

Although most were impressed by Golden Circle's action sequences, not all were convinced by the balance the movie struck between brains and brawn.

Some critics are claiming the dizzying set pieces on show are some of the most ambitious Matthew Vaughn has ever brought to the big screen, but also felt these all-guns-glazing moments were prioritised over the story.

This isn't necessarily a bad thing as most fans will come for the balls-to-the-wall actions scenes, and stay for the charm, wit and wisecracks that Eggsy and his comrades bat back and forth.